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conclusive method

[kən-ˈklü-siv ˈme-thəd]
nounpl: conclusive methods
método conclusivo
1. A systematic procedure or approach that produces a definitive result or proof, leaving no doubt about the outcome or conclusion
DNA testing is a conclusive method for determining paternity.
O teste de DNA é um método conclusivo para determinar a paternidade.
2. A technique or process that settles a question or dispute decisively
The experiment provided a conclusive method to validate the hypothesis.
O experimento forneceu um método conclusivo para validar a hipótese.
Synonyms
definitive methoddecisive methodconclusive approachirrefutable methodfinal method
Antonyms
inconclusive methodambiguous methoduncertain approachspeculative method

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método conclusivo
Standard usage in both formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
método conclusivo
Common in academic and professional settings
Rio de Janeiro
método conclusivo
Used in technical and scientific discourse
Portugal
método conclusivo
Standard usage; sometimes 'método definitivo' is preferred

Related Idioms & Phrases

settle the matter conclusively
prove beyond a shadow of a doubt
put the issue to rest
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